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Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Registered Funds

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Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

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Registered Funds - USA

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Simpson Thacher is a well-known investment funds law firm that assists clients with significant ETF, BDC, and open and closed-end fund matters. Valued for its knowledge of M&A matters involving registered funds.
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Work Highlights

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  • Simpson Thacher represented Apollo Credit Management in the launch of its inaugural non-traded business development company, Apollo Debt Solutions BDC.

Strengths

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  • They have expertise in addressing bespoke issues and have an experienced team that produces top quality work.

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  • They have cornered the market in building alternative products. They are really strong advisers on the legal and business side.

    Registered Funds respondentGlobal

  • They are very knowledgeable of current trends, particularly with respect to retail alternatives. They provide commercial legal advice and can handle novel questions.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Rajib Chanda
    Rajib Chanda

    Rajib Chanda

    A key component of Rajib Chanda's practice is advising alternative investment advisers on the launch and operation of registered funds.

    • Rajib is extremely knowledgeable of the industry and is very commercial.

      Registered Funds respondentGlobal

    • Rajib is excellent, creative and responsive.

      Registered Funds respondentGlobal

    • Rajib is a very savvy adviser. He is creative, solution-oriented and helps narrow down what the risks and rewards are. He's great and I cannot say enough good things about him.

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    • Rajib has great business sense.

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  • David W. Blass
    David W. Blass

    David W. Blass

    David Blass is particularly adept at representing clients in major fund M&A and significant offerings.
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  • Kenneth E Burdon
    Kenneth E Burdon

    Kenneth E Burdon

    Kenneth Burdon has extensive experience in the market and is routinely called upon to advise funds and investment managers on launches, offerings and regulatory issues.

    • Kenneth is knowledgeable in BDCs.

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  • Neesa Sood
    Neesa Sood

    Neesa Sood

    Neesa Sood frequently advises asset managers and independent boards on closed-end and mutual fund matters.

    • Neesa has strong legal, business and commercial awareness that she brings to bear in an effective way. She is adept in prioritizing risks to help clients focus on the most pertinent issues.

      Registered Funds respondentGlobal

    • Neesa is familiar with a wide variety of products and has a deep knowledge of the 1940 Act. She provides answers that are precise, as well as helpful.

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    • Neesa is a rising star.

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  • Ryan Brizek
    Ryan Brizek

    Ryan Brizek

    Ryan Brizek is highly regarded for his strength in providing counsel on the operation and formation of BDCs and closed-end funds.

    • He is super smart, has an encyclopedic memory and is a very thoughtful partner.

      Registered Funds respondentGlobal

    • Ryan is incredibly knowledgeable and great at communicating complex considerations.

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    • Ryan has a depth of knowledge and understands the client's objectives. He applies his technical knowledge in a way that furthers those commercial objectives.

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  • Anne Choe
    Anne Choe

    Anne Choe

    Anne Choe is recognized for her registered funds and investment management regulatory practice.

    • Anne Choe is very knowledgeable on regulatory and legal matters and she is really practical.

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    • Anne Choe is very smart and personable. It's fun to work with her.

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    • Anne Choe is a super hard worker and a delight to work with.

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  • Benjamin Wells
    Benjamin Wells

    Benjamin Wells

    Benjamin Wells focuses his practice advising registered investment vehicles and advisers across a range of regulatory and transactional matters.

    • Benjamin is a super talented lawyer.

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    • Benjamin is thoughtful and hard-working.

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    • Benjamin is a key star partner. He works tirelessly.

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  • Bissie Bonner
    Bissie Bonner

    Bissie Bonner

    Bissie Bonner is highly regarded for her representation of registered investment companies and funds.

    • Bissie provides good insight.

      Registered Funds respondentGlobal

    • Bissie has a lot of institutional knowledge and is a great resource for the firm.

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    • Bissie is one of the best and is super hard-working. She'll get you the answer first, she understands the industry and she wants to do more.

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